Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas
Warehouse & Logistics Associate
Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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Warehouse & Logistics Associate
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Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas
Successfully promote and support the mission of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas as guided by the Catholic Social Teachings by assisting Hope Distribution Center warehouse operations. Duties to include supporting food drives, coordinating food deliveries, and transporting food for CCNEK’s Family Support Center locations. CCNEK is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Essential Functions
Drive agency vehicles to pick up and distribute food to CCNEK’s Hope Distribution Center and CCNEK’s Family Support Center locations
Coordinate all aspects of food drives; including set up, collection, loading the truck, and deliveries to pantries
Utilize material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, lift gates, etc.
Coordinate and fulfill all aspects of the food delivery process, including filling and organizing orders, delivery, off‑loading, inspecting, counting, proper storage, receiving and organizing summer back stock.
Coordinate maintenance and cleaning of the distribution center to ensure that industry sanitation and safety codes are followed
Assist with audits by Harvester’s and other agencies
Work with volunteers and ensure proper training on warehouse operations and safety guidelines
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Demonstrate a passion for the mission of Catholic Charities
Must be willing to perform by the agency’s values: love, patience, kindness, faithfulness, self‑control and joy
Catholic Charities promotes a diverse workforce. Employees are not required to be Catholic, however, employees of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas must understand that they are a visible representative of the Archdiocesan Church and as such will not publicly oppose the teachings of the Catholic Faith nor publicly advocate for any position in conflict with Catholic teaching, or the specific positions of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas or the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This requirement includes any public speech, demonstration, or writing including the use of social media or other digital technologies
Must complete VIRTUS training, background screening, drug testing, and any ongoing training as required
High School Diploma or GED
Six months warehouse experience preferred
Excellent organizational skills
Knowledge of basic vehicle operating mechanics
Must possess a valid driver’s license as well as a safe driving record
Must have or be able to pass and retain DOT certification
Provide an effective communication link between volunteers and staff
Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date records on trip sheets, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, vehicle condition reports, and other requested records
Ability to drive agency vehicles to in‑box trucks
Customer service skills that ensure a friendly and helpful experience for our clients
Minimum two years of professional driving experience preferred
Ability to present a professional, enthusiastic attitude through effective communication skills to promote a positive impression of Catholic Charities to our clients and the public
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned
Ability to work effectively in an environment that is very diverse
Must possess a valid Kansas or Missouri Driver’s license, dependable transportation, current vehicle insurance and a verified safe driving record (required if the person will be driving as part of their primary responsibilities)
Must be able to pass DOT screening (required if driving an agency vehicle requiring DOT certification)
Physical Requirements
Ability to frequently lift and /or move 100 pounds
Ability to maneuver heavy loads (50 to 2000 pounds) on a pallet jack on & off truck ramps
Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell
Able to work indoor, outdoors in a commercial freezer; the employee must have the ability to work in changing work environments including extreme temperature conditions in the cooler and warehouse
May often have to work at a rapid pace to meet receiving and distribution deadlines, travel throughout the 21 counties the agency serves in northeast Kansas, and work irregular or extended working hours
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Non‑profit Organizations
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Warehouse & Logistics Associate
role at
Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas
Successfully promote and support the mission of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas as guided by the Catholic Social Teachings by assisting Hope Distribution Center warehouse operations. Duties to include supporting food drives, coordinating food deliveries, and transporting food for CCNEK’s Family Support Center locations. CCNEK is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Essential Functions
Drive agency vehicles to pick up and distribute food to CCNEK’s Hope Distribution Center and CCNEK’s Family Support Center locations
Coordinate all aspects of food drives; including set up, collection, loading the truck, and deliveries to pantries
Utilize material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, lift gates, etc.
Coordinate and fulfill all aspects of the food delivery process, including filling and organizing orders, delivery, off‑loading, inspecting, counting, proper storage, receiving and organizing summer back stock.
Coordinate maintenance and cleaning of the distribution center to ensure that industry sanitation and safety codes are followed
Assist with audits by Harvester’s and other agencies
Work with volunteers and ensure proper training on warehouse operations and safety guidelines
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Demonstrate a passion for the mission of Catholic Charities
Must be willing to perform by the agency’s values: love, patience, kindness, faithfulness, self‑control and joy
Catholic Charities promotes a diverse workforce. Employees are not required to be Catholic, however, employees of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas must understand that they are a visible representative of the Archdiocesan Church and as such will not publicly oppose the teachings of the Catholic Faith nor publicly advocate for any position in conflict with Catholic teaching, or the specific positions of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas or the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This requirement includes any public speech, demonstration, or writing including the use of social media or other digital technologies
Must complete VIRTUS training, background screening, drug testing, and any ongoing training as required
High School Diploma or GED
Six months warehouse experience preferred
Excellent organizational skills
Knowledge of basic vehicle operating mechanics
Must possess a valid driver’s license as well as a safe driving record
Must have or be able to pass and retain DOT certification
Provide an effective communication link between volunteers and staff
Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date records on trip sheets, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, vehicle condition reports, and other requested records
Ability to drive agency vehicles to in‑box trucks
Customer service skills that ensure a friendly and helpful experience for our clients
Minimum two years of professional driving experience preferred
Ability to present a professional, enthusiastic attitude through effective communication skills to promote a positive impression of Catholic Charities to our clients and the public
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned
Ability to work effectively in an environment that is very diverse
Must possess a valid Kansas or Missouri Driver’s license, dependable transportation, current vehicle insurance and a verified safe driving record (required if the person will be driving as part of their primary responsibilities)
Must be able to pass DOT screening (required if driving an agency vehicle requiring DOT certification)
Physical Requirements
Ability to frequently lift and /or move 100 pounds
Ability to maneuver heavy loads (50 to 2000 pounds) on a pallet jack on & off truck ramps
Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell
Able to work indoor, outdoors in a commercial freezer; the employee must have the ability to work in changing work environments including extreme temperature conditions in the cooler and warehouse
May often have to work at a rapid pace to meet receiving and distribution deadlines, travel throughout the 21 counties the agency serves in northeast Kansas, and work irregular or extended working hours
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Non‑profit Organizations
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